Rest
Drink plenty of fluids
Use saline nasal spray or rinse
Gargle warm salt water
Take honey for cough if age 1 or older
Use a humidifier
Try steam inhalation
Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed
Use decongestants as directed
Suck on lozenges
Eat light, nutritious foods
Wash hands often
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Seek medical care if symptoms are severe, last more than 10 days, or include trouble breathing